Destination · Asia Laos visa requirements (2026)
Of 198 passports, 170 can travel to Laos without arranging a visa in advance. 0 can apply online for an e-Visa and 28 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.
Who can visit Laos: passports by requirement
Do I need a visa for Laos?
Popular passports
| Passport | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
 United States | Visa on arrival | – |
 United Kingdom | Visa on arrival | – |
 India | Visa on arrival | – |
 Philippines | Visa-free | 30 d |
 Nigeria | Visa required | – |
 Pakistan | Visa required | – |
 Canada | Visa on arrival | – |
 Australia | Visa on arrival | – |
 China | Visa on arrival | – |
 Germany | Visa on arrival | – |
Access by passport region
Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.
| Region | Passports | |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | 46/46 | |
| Asia | 43/49 | |
| Africa | 35/54 | |
| North America | 23/23 | |
| South America | 11/12 | |
| Oceania | 12/14 |
Passports that can enter Laos visa-free
22 passports
Passports that get a visa on arrival in Laos
148 passports-
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Ukraine -
United Arab Emirates - United Kingdom
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Vatican City -
Venezuela -
Yemen
Passports that need a visa for Laos
28 passports
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Laos?
It depends on your passport. 22 passports can enter Laos visa-free, 148 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 0 can apply for an e-Visa online and 28 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.
Which countries can enter Laos without a visa?
22 passports can enter Laos visa-free, including Austria, Brunei, Cambodia, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Indonesia, Japan and others.
Holding a Laos passport? See where the Laos passport can travel visa-free.
Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Laos before you book.